There is a lot more to decluttering a home than we care to admit, and anyone who says its easy is onto something! The key is to take the focus off the clutter itself, and you’re on your way. I never would have described myself as a collector of things and clutter, but in a world surrounded by materialistic temptations it naturally occurred. Moving home four times in five years, I truly realised the weight of my possessions. Being a naturally organised and motivated person – this did not sit well with me! And so the organisational journey began. ​From my own personal experience, and through th ..read more

​Our play kitchen is one of the most utlised pieces we’ve ever bought for Miss 5 and Miss 2. But, it is ALWAYS a mess. They take things out, move them around, throw them on the floor and occasionally role play.   So, I decided to join others before me by reorganising it and creating it into an actual work place and storage area for them, with the idea that they can carry out independent tasks and contribute to the family, whilst learning practical life skills.   I decluttered (of course!!) the play kitchen and removed all toys and pretend play – e.g. felt food, play ..read more

 Home organisation doesn't have to be an all or nothing process, nor something that you achieve and never think about again (oh if only!). Choosing to wait for that free weekend coming up (in 6 months time), or when the kids finally learn to put the toys away themselves (anyone?!), can lead to added frustration and even resentment. Take the pressure off and treat yourself to a 15 Mini Minute Overhaul with these steps to declutter the kitchen: Using a small to medium (beautiful) basket, collect everything that isn't meant to be in the kitchen in to the basket, except f ..read more

I have received a lot of questions about the daily organiser I now use to organise my week.  It's fairly new, but I'm loving it! Even though we live in technology a driven time, paperwork still useful, inevitable, and certainly has its place - unless its cluttering the kitchen bench! I use it for papers that I may need to take to work the next day, concert tickets, reminder notes, mail to post.  And with Miss C starting school this year, no doubt it will be used for all those bits and pieces!  Make your own using IKEA's OSBIT Plate Holder. Image source: IKEA Austral ..read more

The first day of the year – the best and most logical day to start fresh with organising your year, your weeks and your days! Planning for the whole year is often the easiest of them all, utilising electronic calendars or diaries.  It’s the daily planning that gets trickier, as the days just get away from us, and life takes over. Desk Calendar ​Use a desk calendar to plan out your week with to-do tasks, things to remember and deadlines.  They are simple and minimalist.  Personalise your busyness or splurge with Earth Greetings' beautiful A4 design. Family Plan ..read more

It's no secret I'm a huge fan of craft corners, craft spaces and even craft rooms in all their glory. They enable children to access their own age appropriate craft at all times.  Its also a great idea to be able to keep some craft nearby in another area of the home for children to access at any given time, as well as, or even instead of a dedicated craft space.  Be it the kitchen while you're cooking tea, the playroom or in the family room to be used whilst spending a quiet Sunday morning (who actually has those??!). ​ Here are a few essentials I find work well.  The best way is to keep the ..read more

Yes, even advent calendars require a degree of organisation! ​The beginning of advent means for many the beginning of what is often a great family tradition – advent calendars! Chocolate – no one needs to tell me twice that it’s nice (and its definitely not naughty!!!). But, you may be wanting some alternatives for the kids that aren’t going to give them a sugar high. Or perhaps you want to curb the festive food intake early, reduce plastic waste, minimise the consumption of palm oil to save the orangutans, or to simply be known as an original. Here’s a start. Mini Books Just as if they were ..read more

After the sweet bliss of preparing the nursery in its soft hues or bright colours, we get to hold our baby and enjoy the sweet scent, sleepless nights, and first smiles. Before long, babies show signs of what is instinctual to them – play. Then the fun begins!​ ​Buying, sharing, borrowing, storing, and planning – all in the name of play. Educational, eco-friendly, open ended, fun and colourful - there’s a lot to be decided where play is concerned. And that doesn’t even include organising! Bringing nature in Nature play is essential to early education. It increases awareness of the natural ..read more

I often hear people refer to a declutteirng experience as life changing, and a wardrobe edit is no exception. Our clothes define our style, and they’re a snapshot of where we are at in our lives. They hold special memories, and they hold the promise of up coming occasions. And this is why wardrobes need an organised system, and for order to be maintained. Here’s a few key elements to keep in mind when reorganising your wardrobe:If it hasn't been worn it for 12 months, it can be donated. That’s a great one for those easy items you don’t have to think too hard about. However, a vintage op ..read more

No person should be without sentimental items.  They remind us of what’s been, of where we’ve come from, our journey, our lessons, and they hold that special place in our heart that no one else can touch.  ​ ​If you’re on your way to minimalism, or simply wanting to get a few of your items in order, sentimental items can often be the hardest to organise.  They can take the most time (when I find an old photograph album or a box of childhood letters, I’m crossed-legged on the floor for hours!), and are the grey areas of decluttering.​ I was discussing decluttering and minimalism w ..read more